About the Business

Our client is a leading residential builder, delivering architecturally stunning, custom-designed homes across Melbourne. Known for their quality, creativity, and community impact, they have rapidly grown from 30 to 150+ staff in just a few years. They are now investing heavily in a modern, agile People & Culture function to support continued growth.

About the Role

Reporting to the People & Culture Lead, this broad generalist role combines hands-on HR coordination with strategic projects that shape the future of the business. You’ll manage day-to-day HR operations while partnering with senior leaders to embed scalable people practices and foster a thriving workplace culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle recruitment through the ATS—from job briefs to onboarding

• Deliver engaging induction programs aligned with culture and values

• Maintain current position descriptions and employment documentation

• Advise on complex employee relations matters including performance plans, coaching, and exits

• Coach and support managers on leadership development and performance management

• Coordinate probation reviews and employee lifecycle check-ins

• Lead employee engagement surveys and support action on outcomes

• Champion an inclusive, values-driven culture

• Drive wellbeing initiatives, reward and recognition programs, and internal communications

• Assist with designing and delivering learning and development programs

• Support cadet and graduate programs aligned to competency frameworks

• Embed capability matrices to guide development and performance

• Ensure compliance with Fair Work legislation, NES, Modern Awards, and company policies

• Maintain accurate HRIS records and assist with audits

• Provide HR data reports to support informed decision-making

• Contribute to workforce planning and organisational design

• Support continuous improvement and change initiatives

• Help develop scalable HR frameworks, policies, and systems

• Stay informed on emerging HR trends including AI and future-focused practices

Experience & Qualifications

• 2–4+ years’ experience in People & Culture, HR Advisor, or HR Officer role

• Tertiary qualification in Human Resources, Psychology, Business, or related field

• Strong knowledge of Fair Work legislation, NES, and Modern Awards

• Proven experience managing the full employee lifecycle

• Confident coaching managers on leadership, employee relations, and engagement

• Experienced with HRIS/ATS systems and HR data reporting

• Exposure to organisational design, workforce planning, or capability frameworks highly regarded

• Experience supporting graduate or leadership development programs is a plus

• Continuous improvement mindset with interest in progressive HR practices, including AI

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with ability to build trusted relationships at all levels

About You

• A confident HR generalist skilled across the full employee lifecycle

• Comfortable balancing hands-on tasks with strategic projects

• A natural communicator and trusted advisor to managers and stakeholders

• Passionate about improving systems, driving culture, and supporting people’s growth

To apply or find out more, contact Angie at angie@brookrecruitment.com.au or call 0439 344 279.